ENVS 100Special Topics
Consideration of environmental issues and topics introduced in 100-level courses. Topics vary from term to term. Credits 1-4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
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ENVS
29 courses with the subject ENVS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ENVS 101Environmental Studies I - Natural Science4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 106The Water Planet
All ecosystems on earth depend on water; but the supply of fresh; clean water is limited and endangered. In this course; students study the water cycle and how humans interact with this limited resource. Emphasis is placed on practical activities (measurement and analysis of water) and contemporary environmental issues threatening our water supply; including oceanic dead zones; anthropogenic pollution in precipitation; impacts of over withdrawal of groundwater (e.g. subsidence; sinkholes) and effects of climate change on water availability. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (F-III) Science/Society CoB: Natural Science
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 200Special Topics
Further consideration of environmental issues and topics introduced in 200-level courses. Topics vary from term to term. Credits 1-4 457
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 203Climate Change and Society
Global climate change is an environmental problem with consequences on natural systems; but also on human health; agriculture; infrastructure; economics; social justice; and other facets of the human experience. This course will provide an overview of the background science explaining global climate change. We will then identify risks and vulnerabilities our world is exposed to; as well as solutions that can be found in climate change mitigation and adaptation. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (F-III) Science/Society
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 205Environmental Data Analysis4
Basic techniques and tools for manipulation of quantitative data; emphasizing environmental studies; data collection; analysis on spreadsheets and statistical packages; graphical presentation. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (03) Quant Reasoning CoB: Quant Reasoning
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 206Fieldcraft-Outdoor Proficiency4
160 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 212Introduction to Remote Sensing4
Introduction to electromagnetic radiation principles; remote detection; and applications in a geospatial context. This course will provide an overview of aerial photography and photogrammetry; an introduction to passive and active (LIDAR) sensors; digital image acquisition and interpretation. This course is designed for students majoring in Environmental Studies; Geology; and Data Analytics; or anyone interested in remote imagery analysis. Credits 4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 214Environment Politics and Society4
171 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 220Introduction to Geographic Information Systems4
Sub-Total Credits 12 and 8 credits selected from the following: Course Code Title Credits
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 240Environmental Research Procedures I3
In this course; students are taught contemporary methods for studying and solving environmental problems. These include geological; biological; and geographical methods. Students are given the opportunity in the course to learn and practice the procedures while working on relevant problems. Credits 3 Degree Attributes CoB: Natural Science 458
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 241Environmental Research Procedures II3
Natural science and social science electives 8 8 credits of electives, selected by the student and minor advisor, chosen from the lists of natural science and social science electives (see Majors) and integrated to meet the student’s objectives in environmental study. Sub-Total Credits 22 Total Credits 22 Geology BA: Earth Science Education Track Upon completion of this program a student is able to: 1. Understand physical and theoretical models of how the earth works and the limitations of those models 2. Appreciate geologic time and the history of the earth 3. Understand how earth processes result in present landscapes 4. Understand dynamic equilibrium and feedback mechanisms in earth systems 5. Understand, use and evaluate quantitative data to solve problems or support hypotheses 6. Find and use primary literature 7. Use geologic materials and landscapes to reconstruct earth history
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 300Special Topics1-4
Further considerations of environmental issues introduced in 100 and 200-level courses. Credits 1-4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 301Contemporary Topics in Geospatial Technology2
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 302Mobile and Web-based GIS4
This course will focus on the basics of web-based mapping. Time will be spend developing skills in geospatial web authoring tools and their links with location-based services. Mobile applications and development will also be explored. Credits 4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 310Ecology of the Bahamas3
We explore concepts central to ecology through the exploration of Bahamian plant and animal life; using an immersive; natural history approach. We observe connections between natural selection; biogeography; disturbances and historic land use. The course features a week-long field trip at the Gerace Research Center; Bahamas. Credits 3 Degree Attributes AU: Global Perspective CoB: Natural Science AU: Travel Courses
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 315Herpetology3
This course explores the scientific study of reptiles and amphibians. Topics include evolution; taxonomy; natural history; ecology; conservation issues and the techniques used to study reptiles and amphibians. Credits 3
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 320Advanced GIS Applications4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 330Ornithology4
Sub-Total Credits 16 (*RI include: BIOL 324, BIOL 400, BIOL 425) CLAS General Education Requirements Complete remaining CLAS General Education requirements. Biology majors complete 12 credits of quantitative reasoning and natural science requirements as part of their degree program. Sub-Total Credits 40 130 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 351Environmental Biogeochemistry4
Total Credits 20
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 357Conservation Biology4
166 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 360Junior Seminar1
Students in this course attend weekly seminars on pertinent topics related to Environmental Studies. Required of all Environmental Studies majors. Credits 1 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 400Special Topics
Further considerations of environmental issues introduced in lower level courses. Credits 1-4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 415Natural Resources Management3
An introduction to the pressures and principles guiding the management of land; plants and wildlife. We discuss the philosophical and policy contexts within which management decisions are made; the associated governance and stewardship issues; and the technical tools available. Credits 3 Degree Attributes CoB: Natural Science
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 440Environmental Research Planning2
How research in environmental fields is developed; proposed; performed; and presented; with an emphasis on research projects to be conducted as required independent studies for Environmental Studies majors. Credits 2
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 450Independent Study1-4
Sub-Total Credits 2-4 Total Credits 32
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 485Internship in Environmental Studies
An off-campus independent study project. Students gain experience by serving as interns at public agencies or private firms which deal with environmental problems. Instructor permission required. Credits 1-4 460
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 490Senior Seminar2
Students in this course will be guided through some of the common aspects of their senior research projects; such as literature searches; task mapping; and development of analytical protocols. All students will be required to present a weekly report on the progress of their senior research. Students will also attend the weekly Environmental Studies seminar series and learn about research techniques and procedures used by professionals. Required of all ENVS majors. Credits 2
- Subject
- ENVS
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
ENVS 499Senior Project in Environmental Studies
Independent research under an instructor's supervision. Presentation of project is required for graduation. Credits 2-4
- Subject
- ENVS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.alfred.edu
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